Fishing Catamarans · Stable · Offshore-ready
The inflatable fishing boat that Aussie anglers actually keep
The reason inflatable catamarans have quietly taken over Australian fishing groups is simple — they're the most stable platform you can put two anglers on under 4 metres, they deflate for garage storage, and the good ones (1.2 mm VALMEX® Viper hull) last 10–12 years — the 0.9 mm VALMEX® AeroCat range sits a tier below at a lower entry price. Aerowave Viper and AeroCat catamarans are built specifically for Australian fishing — rocky ramps, shell grit, and long sessions in the sun.
Twin-hull stability
Stand and cast without holding on. No rocking when your mate lands a fish.
1.2 mm VALMEX® tubes
Rated for shell grit, rocky ramps and daily launches. Not a 0.9 mm shortcut.
Rod-holder & transducer mounts
Every catamaran ships with mounting points for your gear.
From A$3,495
AeroCat 335 boat-only. Express courier delivery included anywhere in Australia.
Best Aerowave models for fishing
- Viper 330 — 3.3m premium catamaran, 2 anglers, high-pressure Air Deck floor, from A$4,945 (full package).
- Viper 365 — 3.65m, 3 anglers, deep freeboard, from A$5,295.
- Viper 400 Sovereign Open Bow — 4.0m, 4 anglers, walk-through bow, from A$5,645.
- AeroCat 335 / 360 / 380 — value fishing catamarans on 0.9 mm VALMEX®, from A$3,495.
- Sport Series Offshore — monohull for coastal / bar-crossing anglers.
Why fishos are switching from tinnies
A 3.3m inflatable catamaran gives you a wider, more stable casting deck than a 3.7m tinnie, weighs a fraction as much on the driveway, and deflates into a bag when the season's over. You don't need a trailer, you don't need to sand and repaint a hull, and you don't have to worry about shell grit carving a scratch into your gel-coat. For most Aussie recreational anglers, it's the boat that finally makes sense — see the full breakdown on our inflatable fishing boat buyer's guide.
Frequently asked questions
Are inflatable boats good for fishing in Australia?
Yes — a good inflatable catamaran is one of the most stable fishing platforms you can buy under 4 metres. The twin-hull design lets you and a mate cast, land fish and move around without rocking the boat like a tinnie does. Aerowave catamarans are specifically set up for fishing with rod-holder mounts, a hard fibreglass or air-deck floor, and Bimini shade.
How many anglers can fish from an Aerowave inflatable?
AeroCat 335 and Viper 330 comfortably fit 2 adult anglers with tackle. AeroCat 365 / Viper 365 fit 3. AeroCat 380 / Viper 400 Open Bow fit 3–4. Every model has a stable enough deck to stand and cast without holding on.
What's the best inflatable boat for offshore fishing?
For offshore work (up to 5NM), the Viper 400 Sovereign Open Bow catamaran and the Sport Series Offshore monohull are our go-tos. Both are CE ISO 6185-3 Category C certified, both handle a 30hp outboard, and both have the freeboard and buoyancy for genuine offshore conditions.
Can I mount a fishfinder and rod holders?
Yes. Every Aerowave catamaran ships with mounting points for rod holders and a fishfinder transducer. The hard-floor Viper models take a bolted-on bait board; the AeroCat models take a clip-on bait board. Check the individual product pages for what's included and what's an add-on.
How does an inflatable fishing boat compare to a tinnie?
Stability: catamaran wins (twin-hull is inherently more stable than a mono-hull tinnie). Storage: catamaran wins (deflates flat, stores in a garage). Weight: catamaran wins (no trailer needed for smaller sizes). Speed: tie — both plane easily. Longevity: 1.2 mm VALMEX® Viper catamarans typically last 10–12 years with sensible care; the 0.9 mm VALMEX® AeroCat range is a genuine 3–7 year fishing hull.
Do inflatable fishing boats handle rocky ramps and shell grit?
Aerowave hulls are built for real Aussie conditions — 1.2 mm VALMEX® Heavy Plus (or 0.9 mm on the AeroCat entry range) is milled in Germany and rated for abrasion. Optional LockPro Plus wheels make beach launching easy, and the twin-hull design means you're not dragging a keel across barnacles the way a tinnie would.
Ready to launch?
Every Aerowave boat ships with express courier delivery included (DHL Express, FedEx or UPS — about three weeks to build, then up to two weeks to your door), WavePay pay-in-4 and a 5–7 year hull warranty.
CE ISO 6185-3 · 1.2 mm VALMEX® · Built to survive real Aussie use.
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